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The America250 time capsule, shown here in the machine shop where it was created at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in Gaithersburg, Md. Credit: Rich Press/NIST On the eve of the nation’s 250th birthday, America250 has completed one of the most ambitious preservation projects in U.S. history. “America’s Time Capsule” was officially sealed last week at the National…

Apple appears to be shifting its strategy with the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. New regulatory filings from China’s 3C certification database reveal that the Pro Max will receive a significantly larger battery upgrade compared to its smaller sibling, giving the two models a more meaningful difference beyond just screen size. Battery Capacities Leaked According to details shared…

3D render claiming to depict Apple’s first foldable iPhone (image: Jon Prosser) Apple’s long-awaited foldable iPhone is expected to generate strong consumer demand upon launch, but initial supply constraints could limit availability and delay widespread shipments, according to prominent analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. In a Sunday blog post, Kuo — of TF International Securities — said Apple could unveil the…

While Wall Street obsesses over splashy acquisitions and AI mega-spends, Apple took a quieter, yet far more impactful, path. Instead of using the company’s massive cash reserves to snap up other businesses, Apple invested a staggering $853 billion in share buybacks since 2013. That war chest could have purchased nearly any of the other 487 companies in the S&P 500. Instead, Apple retired more…

In a move that underscores the enduring strength of one of tech’s most important supplier relationships, Broadcom and Apple have agreed to extend their technology collaboration through 2031. The companies entered into new multi-year, long-term agreements under which Broadcom will continue developing and supplying a range of custom ASIC silicon products for multiple generations of Apple…

Two hundred and fifty years ago, in the summer of 1776, a bold group of dreamers and patriots signed a document that would change the course of human history. They declared that all people are endowed by their Creator with unalienable rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. That audacious idea, born in America, became the foundation of the greatest experiment in self-government the…

Apple’s Car Key feature with a BMW (Image: BMW) Apple enthusiasts who drive Volkswagens have reason to get excited. As spotted by MacRumors, new server-side code discovered in Apple’s systems shows that Volkswagen is preparing to support digital car keys in the Apple Wallet app. The feature would let owners lock, unlock, and start compatible VW vehicles using just their iPhone or Apple Watch — no…

In 2026, the Trump administration launched Trump Accounts (also known as 530A accounts), a new tax-advantaged investment program designed to give American children an early start in building long-term wealth through the stock market. With a federal $1,000 seed contribution for eligible kids born between 2025 and 2028 and optional parent contributions up to $5,000 per year, these custodial…

Apple’s iPhone 17 Apple is doubling down on its smartphone dominance with an ambitious roadmap that includes five new iPhone models over the coming months, according to a new report from Nikkei Asia. The strategy aims to boost market share even as a global memory shortage pushes component prices higher, potentially increasing costs for consumers. The plans signal Apple’s confidence in its product…

Anthropic has officially redeployed its advanced Claude Fable 5 model, making the cutting-edge AI available once again to users worldwide following the lifting of U.S. government export controls. The relaunch marks a swift return for what the company describes as its first public Mythos-class model, designed for ambitious, long-horizon tasks in coding, research, and complex knowledge work. Fable…

3D render claiming to depict Apple’s first foldable iPhone (image: Jon Prosser) Apple is doubling down on its most ambitious smartphone expansion in years, positioning itself to dominate the market even as competitors struggle with severe memory and component shortages. According to reports from Nikkei Asia and MacRumors, the company has significantly increased its production target for its first…

Apple’s Pad Pro Apple is gearing up for one of its busiest hardware years yet in 2027, with fresh updates to the iPad Pro and a significant redesign for its more affordable MacBook Pro on the horizon. According to Bloomberg News‘ Mark Gurman, these releases will arrive in the first half of next year as part of a broader push tied to the iPhone’s 20th anniversary. Refreshed iPad Pro: Same Look,…

Outgoing Apple CEO Tim Cook (left) and U.S. President Donald Trump Apple is actively lobbying the Trump administration for approval to purchase memory chips from blacklisted Chinese suppliers, as the company grapples with a severe global memory shortage that has already led to significant price increases across its product lineup. According to reports, Apple is in negotiations with ChangXin…

President Donald Trump President Donald Trump’s most recent annual financial disclosure filing, released by the U.S. Office of Government Ethics, offers fresh insight into his vast business interests while emphasizing that President Trump is blind to the trading of his portfolio. The nearly 1,000-page document details massive crypto earnings and specific stock holdings, but structures are…

(Click or tap for larger image) In a world where attention is the ultimate currency, a strong brand can be worth hundreds of billions. ‎OnDeck’s recent analysis of the world’s most valuable brands highlights just how powerful intangible assets like reputation, trust, and emotional connection have become. Using averaged valuations from Brand Finance and Interbrand (as of early 2026 data), the…

In a fresh escalation of tech sovereignty disputes, Russia’s Federal Antimonopoly Service (FAS) has issued a formal warning to Apple, demanding that the company stop what it calls discriminatory practices against Russian-developed software. The regulator is giving Apple until July 15 to ensure popular local apps — including Russian search engines and the messenger app “Max” — are properly…

Apple TV will expand its acclaimed slate of science fiction offerings with “Neuromancer,” a new 10-episode drama based on the award-winning novel of the same name by William Gibson. It will be created for television by Graham Roland (“Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan,” “Dark Winds”) and JD Dillard (“Devotion,” “The Outsider,” “Sleight”). A co-production between Skydance Television and Anonymous Content,…